Battery
If the battery is not fully charged during extremely cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may freeze and damage the battery. To maintain maximum efficiency, the battery should be checked regularly. For additional information, see “Battery” in the “8. Maintenance and do-ityourself” section.
See also:
Checking engine oil level
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Run the engine until it reaches operating
temperature.
3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 10
minutes for the oil to ...
Push starting
CAUTION:
- CVT models cannot be push-started or
tow-started. Attempting to do so may
cause transmission damage.
- Do not push start this vehicle. The
three-way catalyst may be damaged. ...
Parking brake
WARNING:
- Be sure the parking brake is fully released
before driving. Failure to do so
can cause brake failure and lead to an
accident.
- Do not release the parking brake from
outside the v ...